Caution—these videos are remarkably lifelike!
If you’re curious and ready for some eye-opening content before the weekend, check out TikTok videos featuring healthcare professionals demonstrating childbirth with astonishingly realistic dummies. The simulation is so vivid that you’ll likely find yourself holding your breath, squirming, and making expressions reminiscent of your own birthing experiences.
There’s a variety of videos available, showcasing everything from vaginal births to breech deliveries, stitching up after tearing, and even showcasing the delivery of the placenta. These clips have gone viral, racking up millions of views, and once you watch one, you’ll understand why.
Dr. Emily Carter, a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist based in Portland, Oregon, shares numerous videos on TikTok, including one demonstrating the birth of a breech baby using a dummy, which has amassed an impressive 28 million views. “These videos reveal what often seems secretive and mysterious,” she explained to Newsweek. “In the U.S., abstinence-only sex education is prevalent, leaving many young people uninformed about their bodies and entirely in the dark when it comes to childbirth.”
Lila Thompson, a nurse specializing in labor and delivery, postpartum care, and nursery services in Virginia, echoed similar sentiments in an interview with BuzzFeed. “TikTok caters to a younger audience, and the childbirth dummy videos go viral because they present something many have never seen before. Childbirth is fascinating and incredible; although unique for each person, it remains a natural and shared experience,” she noted.
While the realism of these videos can be captivating, they do lack some elements of actual deliveries, like the blood and screams—and of course, the newborn itself. “If viewers find this sanitized, smooth delivery unsettling, they’re in for a shock when faced with the reality of a real delivery room!” Thompson added. Wise words indeed.
While most expectant parents typically enroll in birthing classes, these simulated experiences were certainly absent from the one I attended, which primarily covered breathing techniques and positions. Though intense, witnessing the actual process would have been valuable.
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Summary:
Medical professionals are increasingly utilizing highly realistic dummies to demonstrate childbirth processes on platforms like TikTok. These engaging videos, which have garnered millions of views, reveal the often-hidden realities of childbirth, providing education and insight to a younger audience. With many people lacking proper education on childbirth, these demonstrations serve as an important tool for increasing awareness and understanding.
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